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GEC Farm & Field Tools, what can we expect?

Modoc ED said:
Thanks. That's going to be a big knife.
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Oh, it is. I have one in glitter gold, and it's just about perfect. Flashy befitting the name (and I like having a few that are just out there), but slim, light and trim. It's splitting time with my old Remington Scout and a Case sowbelly in Stag and CV- damn fine company!
 
I see Boggs has already mentioned the #47 Farm & Field Tool, Hayn’ Helper
 
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HAYN’ HELPER WITH HAWK BILL BLADE

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HAYN’ HELPER WITH LONG SHEEP FOOT AND PEN BLADES

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Pretty close to either of these
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I like the two blade version in the mock up. That hawkbill sits way proud of the handle, looks like a real pocketful.
 
I like the Hawkbill, but I have no use for it. I would prefer to get a Weaver Jack, but it is not as aggressive as this guy and seems more pocket-able. If I were to get one, I would probably give it to my friend's father who is an electrician, he would love it.

For some reason, sheepsfoot blades look funny to me unless they are short, so I don't like the second mock-up very much.
 
The sheepsfoot & pen model looks awful neat & useful. I'm assuming we'll see these in delrin only?
 
It does look more like the forum knife frame being rounded at the butt end. Nice photos Jake. The black and white catalog photo hawkbill I would bet sits a little lower, it doesnt have a lanyard hole. Guess that would come down to personal preference and depend on if you edc it or just use it in the garden. I really dont see myself buying it as I really dont need it and I agree, would love to see pics of the sheepsfoot closed.
 
rockgolfer said:
It does look more like the forum knife frame being rounded at the butt end. Nice photos Jake. The black and white catalog photo hawkbill I would bet sits a little lower, it doesnt have a lanyard hole. Guess that would come down to personal preference and depend on if you edc it or just use it in the garden. I really dont see myself buying it as I really dont need it and I agree, would love to see pics of the sheepsfoot closed.
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Sheepsfoot closed:

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While I certainly don't need a knife like this, it maybe hard for me to resist...I'm such a sucker for 2 blade jack patterns and that's quite a useful combo. If the price is right, I don't know if I'll be able to resist
 
I've used hawkbills and they are not that useful around the farm. The only things they are good at is suckering tobacco or cutting net wrap off hay. Now a sheepsfoot and a pen would be nice. I tend to use the sheepsfoot on my stockmans more than anything.
 
supratentorial said:
They look historically accurate to me...

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I'll buy a at least one of the sheepsfoot versions no matter what but if they bring out a swedged version as shown in the picture (no matter the cover material), I'll buy two for sure and maybe another four for Christmas gifts.
 
I'm really pleased the Bullnose work knife came out. My job is not kind to knives yet I have become a snob about build quality. Bingo!

Totally agreed about other people's posts, most of the people I work with do things with their knives which make me squerm! Yet every so often I pick up a really cheap knife and almost straight away stop using it. Nearly always because it starts to fall apart with hard use. The exception to the rule is my Opinel, the problem with that is the lock deteriorates with use. Most people put up or buy another for $10 the Bullnose costs more but it is SOLID! Mine has zero blade play after serious use. Anyone elses got problems....? I'll pay a bit extra for that build and reliability, the same way I'll buy a Stihl chainsaw or pay a bit extra for a decent hammer.

Sam
 
Having just received my Farm & Field Bullnose yesterday, I will submit that the pivot screw stamping should read "F&F," for Fit and Finish, with the word "Superb" directly beneath where it now says "USA."

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This little knife is absolute perfection! Not only from the standpoint of Fit n' Finish, but also from the price point perspective. $53 bucks for a knife this nice that is made in the good ol' United States of America is spot-on in my book. It's not often nowadays where I feel like I got my money's worth. But I most definitely do with this knife!

The Fit n' Finish on this knife is flawless! Even the grind lines look great under a 10X loupe! Perfection is the only word I need to describe this Bullnose. Right down to it's 3.75" size. GEC nailed it on palm perfection, at least in my book. Soddies that are 3.5" feel much too small for me. This little guy fits my hand just right. And that smooth yet grippy beautifully colored Delrin caresses my palm like warm velvet. This knife just begs to be used. The nail nick is sufficiently deep as to allow a good purchase when deploying the blade. The back spring is strong. But not so strong that you'll be busting a thumbnail. Strong enough to give you a fair degree of confidence that an accidental closure unlikely. In fact, yesterday a friend of mine was handling my knife and when he attempted to close it was met with enough resistance to ask, "where's the lock?" It is that strong that it takes a concentrated effort to close. There's a nice half stop in between, also.

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I really feel like I got a great value with this purchase. I also feel like Great Eastern hit another homerun with this Farm & Field Tool.

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As you can see in the picture above, I am attempting to mate my Bullnose with a Para 2 in an effort to create a Hybrid Tactical Farm n' Field Tool. I will keep you all apprised of the success or failure of this experiment. In the meantime, grab one of those GEC Bullnoses. I guarantee that you'll be glad you did!
 
Thank you for the enjoyable post and photos! It looks like they've made some improvements in the pivot... the pivot looks flush to me. Very nice!

Currahee said:
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As you can see in the picture above, I am attempting to mate my Bullnose with a Para 2 in an effort to create a Hybrid Tactical Farm n' Field Tool. I will keep you all apprised of the success or failure of this experiment. In the meantime, grab one of those GEC Bullnoses. I guarantee that you'll be glad you did!
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Unfortunately, I think the offspring will be sterile... and very stubborn (like a mule ;) ).
 
Jeff, Good point about the lanyard hole. Ed, I'm with you on the swedge but I'm guessing they'll save that for the Northfields.
 
supratentorial said:
Thank you for the enjoyable post and photos! It looks like they've made some improvements in the pivot... the pivot looks flush to me. Very nice!
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Keen observation. Correct, also! The pivot screw is absolutely flush, as is the keenly peened pin. The back spring sits perfectly flush with the steel liner, which is mated seamlessly to the Delrin scales. In the picture below you can detect a very slight jump from the blade to the spring. It is so slight as to be unnoticed. Like I stated above; all in all this is a great little knife. Especially in the bang for your buck department!
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Wonderful pics, they've got me exited for my black Bullnose that is inbound. Strange choice for my first GEC though, IMO.
 
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